Cuba’s Economic Pivot: Cuba’s National Assembly approved a sweeping package of 176 economic and social reforms, including major shifts in tourism, state enterprises, banking, wages, agriculture, foreign investment and municipal administration, as the government cites intensified U.S. pressure and seeks to “dynamize” the economy. Venezuela’s Electoral Talks: Opposition lawmaker Dinorah Figuera returned to Venezuela to negotiate a “credible” electoral authority, agreeing with National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez to set up a parity technical and political table with milestones and timelines. Brazil-U.S. Tensions: President Lula warned Donald Trump not to meddle in Brazil’s October election after Trump criticized Brazil’s judicial moves against Lula rivals and referenced Bolsonaro’s son. Colombia Security & Politics: Colombia’s Attorney General opened an investigation into former President Álvaro Uribe over alleged paramilitary-linked crimes, while a separate peace step saw nearly 100 guerrillas lay down arms under Petro’s “total peace” plan ahead of the runoff. Argentina Lithium Push: Ganfeng Lithium and Lithium Argentina are seeking a third investor for a major lithium project in Salta, aiming to expand production under Argentina’s investment incentives. World Cup Spotlight (Mexico): Mexico clinched the first knockout spot with a 1-0 win over South Korea, sparked by a goalkeeper error, setting up a likely high-stakes round-of-16 matchup.